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Suggest Treatment For Temporomandibular Disorder

I have been on simvastatin for a few years but over the past year have really experienced severe tmj. Although I have been a teeth grinder for many years when I sleep, mouth guards, dental treatments, etc, have not helped this problem. I was wondering if simvastatin could be causing the flare ups with my tmj?
Wed, 5 Nov 2014
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Heloo pt-
there are many possible cause tmj disorder-
•     Muscle problems that affect jaw movement
•     Pain in the face around the jaw joint
•     Problems within the joint itself
suggestions that may help relieve your TMD pain or discomfort:


•     Yawn and chew (especially gum or ice) as little as possible.
•     Avoid extreme jaw movements, such as yelling or singing.
•     When you need to yawn, place a fist under your chin and press up. This can keep your mouth from opening too wide.
•     Try to remember to keep your teeth slightly apart as often as you can. Keep in mind that it is natural for your jaw to open a little if your lips are closed.
•     Sleep on your back, not on your stomach.
•     Don't rest your chin on your hand or hold the telephone between your shoulder and ear.
•     Try to reduce stress
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Suggest Treatment For Temporomandibular Disorder

Heloo pt- there are many possible cause tmj disorder- • Muscle problems that affect jaw movement • Pain in the face around the jaw joint • Problems within the joint itself suggestions that may help relieve your TMD pain or discomfort: • Yawn and chew (especially gum or ice) as little as possible. • Avoid extreme jaw movements, such as yelling or singing. • When you need to yawn, place a fist under your chin and press up. This can keep your mouth from opening too wide. • Try to remember to keep your teeth slightly apart as often as you can. Keep in mind that it is natural for your jaw to open a little if your lips are closed. • Sleep on your back, not on your stomach. • Don t rest your chin on your hand or hold the telephone between your shoulder and ear. • Try to reduce stress thanks